Obamas 'in talks to make Netflix shows'

Former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle are in talks to produce shows for Netflix, according to the New York Times. If confirmed, the deal would give a global platform for the Obamas, bypassing mainstream US media such as Fox News. The New York Times said one possible show idea was for Mr Obama to moderate debates on issues such as health care, climate change and immigration- all of which dominated his eight years in the White House. It is unclear how much the Obamas will be paid if a deal is struck. Mr Obama already connects directly to an audience through social media.